Best Visual PR Podcasts (2025)

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"Summer Job Stories" - Episode 6 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 45:18

4d ago45:18

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Responsive Personnel Podcast – Episode 6: “Summer Job Stories” & Why Temp Work is a Smart Move In this light-hearted episode, Chris and Dom take a nostalgic (and hilarious!) trip through their own summer job history — from omelette stations and warehouse shifts to meat packing and bar work. But bey…

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386: An Essay-less Argument Lesson Tapping Humor & Visuals 21:47

6d ago21:47

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Students need to be able to make a great argument to find success at school, and in many professions. They need to come up with an idea, find evidence, analyze their evidence, and tie it all together with a well-written bow. Thus, for many decades, students have written essays. We've taught them to write thesis statements, organizing sentences, tra…

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Stealing Back the Scalpers’ Playbook with Randy Nichols 51:25

6d ago51:25

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Today we have a fascinating conversation with Randy Nichols, artist manager and CEO of Force Media Management. Randy’s been at the forefront of attempting to figure out the ticketing strategy math, especially the scalper side of the equation. We hear about his dive into the cold hard data, scalper chat rooms, and that time he sent someone undercove…

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Strings Attached: The Impact of Tariffs on Music and Culture with Cullen Hendrix 43:25

13d ago43:25

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Today we talk with Cullen Hendrix, Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, about the impact of tariffs on musical instruments. A trained political scientist as well as having a background as a touring musician, Hendrix has a really distinctive lens in which to view the tariff news. We talk about how tariffs on Chinese i…

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385: Re-engaging Rusty Readers: A Stamina Building Lesson 26:29

13d ago26:29

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There's a lot of conversation happening lately around student reading stamina. Rose Horowitch's Atlantic article, "The Elite College Students who Can't Read Books," helped stir the pot. I'm sure you've seen evidence of the same issues she brings up - that students are struggling to stay focused through books, and often come to you having read a lot…

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What the Heck is Happening With the Copyright Office? 53:59

20d ago53:59

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Join us today as we talk with Jessica Sobhraj, the co-founder and CEO of Cosynd; a platform that helps creators protect their copyrights. We start by talking about the complex legal maneuvers involving the US Copyright Office; we then head into the ongoing impact of AI and the proactive steps you should take to safeguard your intellectual property.…

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Ep 44 - Soul Powered to Liberate: Welcome To My Next Chapter! 15:13

24d ago15:13

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Amber welcomes you back after a 4 year break from her podcast Soul Powered, with a new name, new brand, and new perspective. She explains what you can expect from this podcast moving forward. Amber also shares aspects of her dark night of the soul, healing journey, and initiations over the last few years that have shaped her into the phoenix rising…

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384: A Lesson for "The Paper Menagerie"(and the Cultural Revolution) 21:37

27d ago21:37

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Ken Liu's short story, "The Paper Menagerie," is an easy and powerful add to your curriculum. Not only does it explore family relationships, The American Dream, and identity (themes you can easily connect to other texts as you build units), it introduces - briefly, painfully, powerfully - China's Cultural Revolution. I'll admit I've never studied t…

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Building Music Communities with Native Instruments 47:31

27d ago47:31

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On today's episode we talk with Bomo Piri, Chief Brand Officer at Native Instruments. Our conversation begins with the techno Berlin roots of the brand and dives into what’s happening today with their strategic partnerships -- like the London based Young Urban Artist Foundation, and a very cool sounding recent collab with Mustard at Coachella. We c…

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383: Bleeds, Ghosts, & Flash Verse: A Lesson for Long Way Down 23:52

1M ago23:52

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It’s a rare curriculum book that inspires NO negative comments. Ever. To hear, month after month, year after year, that a certain book turns kids into readers, ignites interest and discussion in class, hooks unengaged students like nothing else has. Long Way Down is one such book. It’s a fast read, a novel-in-verse, by the former U.S. Ambassador fo…

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Are We Doing Copyright Wrong in Music? 49:35

1M ago49:35

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On today's podcast we have a truly amazing talk with Damien Riehl, a musician and technology lawyer who is one of the masterminds behind All the Music Project; an algorithmically generated catalogue of 471 billion melodies, which was then put into the public domain in an attempt to protect musicians from being sued for copyright claims. It is a fas…

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"Your recruitment partner, welcome aboard!" - Episode 5 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 47:57

1M ago47:57

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 🎙️ Episode 5: "Your Recruitment Partner – Welcome Aboard" In this episode of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel, we explore what it really means to partner with a recruitment agency - from both sides of the table. Host Chris Dawes chats with Hannah Carter, newly appointed Operations…

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382: An Action-Packed Born a Crime Lesson Especially for Gen Alpha (Bet That) 30:14

1M ago30:14

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Trevor Noah's Born a Crime is trending, and for good reason. I'm seeing the evidence everywhere. This spring, as I ran our curriculum book choice tournament across the high school levels and hundreds of teachers weighed in, I watched it soar to the finals in BOTH the 9th/10th category and the 11th/12th category. Then, as summer began and I opened u…

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How to Sell Musical Instruments, with Adam McHeffey 44:28

1M ago44:28

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”Create a flurry of content. But do not put $10,000 aside for a celebrity to come in and talk about your brand. I want you to go after thirty smaller creators with followings between ten and thirty thousand.” Today we hear from Adam McHeffey, the former CMO of Artiphon and current Chief Creative Officer at Rock Paper Scissors to discuss effective…

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381: What if We're thinking Too Small When it Comes to Short Stories? (And Sometimes, Not Small Enough) 7:21

2M ago7:21

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I never met a short story I liked back in high school. If I was going to read, I wanted to READ. I wanted to get caught up in the plot, get to know the characters, inhabit the action, spend some time in another world. I certainly didn't want to finish half an hour after I began. No matter how lovely the language or innovative the miniature plot. My…

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Non-Traditional Artist Careers: Social Music Creation 1:04:06

2M ago1:04:06

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Today we bring you the recording from our latest on-line Seismic Event, “Artist Careers in a Parallel Universe.” It was an exploration into the livelihood of three working artists; Clara Venice, Vivek Agrawal, and The Phronetic. RPS Chief Creative Officer, Adam McHeffey talks with them about how they are using new technology to fuel their creative …

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380: The Easiest Last Day in ELA (Community Favorite) 8:19

2M ago8:19

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Last year, at this time, I was preparing to move from Bratislava to California when I released the episode we’re revisiting today, all about the easiest way to approach the last day in ELA. And it turned out to be the most popular episode I’ve ever released, with more than 25,000 teachers tuning in. So it seems only fitting that as the end of the y…

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Unpacking the Latest in Music and Tech: Spotify, Apple, and AI Fraud 32:05

2M ago32:05

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On today’s news roundup show Dmitri and Eleanor tackle the week's music tech news. They discuss Spotify's app store changes, Apple Music's new transfer tool, and so many AI music industry developments, including the $10 million AI music fraud case. News you might want to read: Spotify says App Store changes have boosted its subscriptions Apple Musi…

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The Future of Music is Visual: With Ty Roberts 47:53

2M ago47:53

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In today’s episode we welcome pioneering innovator Ty Roberts, founder of Gracenote, and former CTO of Universal Music Group. We talk about some of the pivotal moments in his career including Gracenote's role in the development of iTunes, and working with David Bowie on generative music. We discuss the future of visual music experiences, the rise o…

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379: 6 ELA Review Activities for a Strong Finish 13:44

2M ago13:44

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A few engaging review activities for ELA come in handy around this time of year, as the calendar takes over and students pop off to random awards ceremonies, spirit events, and slideshows. Sometimes you see them for one day in a row, sometimes two, but getting in a groove is definitely a challenge! So, in case you're in search of creative review ac…

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378: Improve Student Evidence Analysis: Meet Mr. Skeptical 8:45

2M ago8:45

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When it comes to evidence in their argument papers, students have a tendency to mic drop way too soon. "Here's my evidence, BOOOOOOOM!" you can almost hear them saying. Because right after the evidence, they move on. Oops. That's not what we want, and I bet you've written "be sure to analyze this evidence and explain how it proves your point" a few…

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Surveying the Horizon of Music and Tech: Rock Paper Scanner 32:03

2M ago32:03

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On today's episode, Dmitri and Tristra discuss the news of the week. They review recent acquisitions like Monstercat and BANDS, and discuss the economic confidence of the music sector despite economic downturns. They also talk about the evolving role of AI and the implications of recent legal copyright cases on AI training data. It’s a lot of news …

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"Stories From the Swindon Wildcats Golf Day" - Episode 4 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 49:06

2M ago49:06

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 4: Stories from the Swindon Wildcats Golf Day What happens when ice hockey players, business sponsors, and recruiters trade pucks for putters? You get one unforgettable day of laughs, networking, and very questionable golf swings! 🏌️‍♂️😂 In this episode of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Resp…

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377: Teaching Students to Write an Argument Introduction with Easy Puzzle Pieces 10:04

3M ago10:04

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Sure, there's no one right way to write an argument paper. It can be three paragraphs, nine, or even seventeen. It can be loaded with research. It can be full of voice and personal anecdotes. It can be intensely academic, with a formal objective perspective and thirty-two sources cited with MLA. We want our students to understand the rich palette o…

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AI, Investment, Legal Challenges and Music Tech with Valeska Pederson Hinz 53:57

3M ago53:57

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Today we are talking with Valeska Pederson Hinz, partner at Perkins Coie, about what’s happening in the world of music tech investment. Valeska has extensive experience in guiding companies and investors from Series A to IPO and has an indispensable vantage point. Our conversation includes the current state of venture capital funding, the impact of…

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376: Gamifying Argument Basics 11:46

3M ago11:46

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I have to admit my kids have got me fully invested in "Is it Cake?" At some point in England last year, someone begged for us to watch the show while we ate green pesto pasta on the couch after a long day of hiking in the New Forest, and I said sure. It was the beginning of our "Is it Cake?" era. We've gasped, we've squinted, we've cheered. We all …

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Who Owns What in Music Tech with Cherie Hu 52:19

3M ago52:19

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Today Dmitri talks with Cherie Hu, music industry analyst and founder of Water and Music. We start by discussing the Ouroboros project which maps the complicated and intertwined stakes in the music industry held by various entities, including private equity firms, media conglomerates, and tech companies like Tencent. We also talk about shifting pow…

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"Understanding is Key" - Episode 3 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 44:48

3M ago44:48

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 3: Understanding is Key In this episode, we explore why true understanding is the secret sauce to successful recruitment. Whether it’s grasping the finer details of a client's role requirements, company culture, or even regional nuances — or getting to know what drives a candidate, their sk…

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375: Try this Engaging Swift-Inspired Prompt with any Text 9:34

3M ago9:34

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I miss the Eras tour. Even though it hasn't been that long. My daughter is requesting Wicked songs and Katy Perry in the car all of a sudden, instead of our usual Taylor Swift-a-thon. But I haven't forgotten the joys of the Swiftiverse. And today I want to share a prompt you could use with any poem, short story, or novel that comes from Taylor's mu…

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Streaming Slowdown. What Slowdown? With Mark Mulligan 55:19

3M ago55:19

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In this episode, Dmitri speaks with Mark Mulligan, veteran tech analyst and leading digital thinker from MIDiA Research. Topics include the slowing growth of streaming revenue, shifts in market share among major and independent labels, the rise of the global south in subscriber numbers, and the impact of super-premium subscriptions on monetization.…

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374: 5 Top Poetry Activities Worth Trying 14:35

3M ago14:35

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It's poetry month, and that means it's time for me to share as many poetry activities, poetry projects, and poetry workshops as I can muster over here! Today, I'm going to walk you through a toolkit of creative poetry options for your ELA classroom. We'll start with one of my favorite introductory activities for any poetry unit, poetry collage, and…

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Consolidation and Growth: Insights from Billboard's Glenn Peoples 46:03

3M ago46:03

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Today we have Glen Peoples from Billboard to discuss the major trends within the music industry. Our conversation covers a lot! Including the rise of rollups and acquisitions to build label services, the increasing importance of music licensing, the role of AI in the music tech investment landscape, and the cyclical nature of consolidation and its …

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373: The Most Popular Books to Teach 9th and 10th Graders (Tournament Results) 22:27

3M ago22:27

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This winter, inspired by cool bookish tournament projects by Melissa Alter Smith of Teach Living Poets and Jared Amato of Project Lit, I decided to launch my own English teacher-y tournament. I wanted to know - of the hundreds of amazing books out there - which were working BEST in the classroom for the teachers in our community? After polling over…

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The Future of Music is Interactive with MashApp's Ian Henderson 36:33

3M ago36:33

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Ian Henderson, founder of MashApp and former Spotify executive, talks with Dmitri about how MashApp enables non-musicians to remix tracks without production experience, and the broader context of technological disruptions in the music industry driven by AI. He explains the challenges in securing licenses from major record labels and his vision for …

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From Plugins to Community: DAWn Audio's Evolution 35:48

4M ago35:48

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Today Dmitri talks with the winners of the 2024 Music Tectonics Swimming with Narwals Competition, DAWn Audio. They discuss their innovative platform for music producers and artists as well as the recent pivot from a cross-DAW collaboration plugin, to a gamified network that rewards artists for their creative work. But first, Dmitri and Tristra sha…

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372: Teaching Long Way Down? Flash Verse, Colorful Character Analysis, and Outside-the-Box Discussions 32:26

4M ago32:26

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If you’re teaching Long Way Down (and ready for some Long Way Down lesson plan ideas!), let me just start by saying “YAY!” It’s a reader-maker, an incredible book you can teach in a short time with a high impact. Today, I’m going to be sharing some of my favorite ideas and resources for you to pair with this book. We'll talk about discussion format…

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371: Top Middle School Book Recommendations (A Teacher's Perspective) 28:06

4M ago28:06

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Today's guest, middle school teacher Susan Taylor, has repeatedly gone the extra mile to build a reading program that makes an impact. Not only does she guide her students towards the best books available, she guides her teaching network the same way, through her podcast, Wonder World Book Cafe. Today, we're going to go rapid fire through her favor…

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Bootstrapping Success: GigSalad's Journey 36:08

4M ago36:08

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Mark Steiner, Co-Founder and CEO of GigSalad joins Dmitri from the streets of SXSW to talk about the journey from working at his kitchen table to successful scale-up. We also hear a PR Strategy on what to do with questions you just don’t want to answer. But first, Tristra and Jade dish the latest news headlines. News Headlines Discussed: Porn on Sp…

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370: An Easy Win for Differentiating Writing Instruction: Video Lessons 32:30

4M ago32:30

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If you've ever felt stymied over the fact that some of your students aren't sure how to write a thesis while others are ready to tackle counterargument, today's episode is for you. Not so long ago, Kareem Farah of the Modern Classrooms Project was here to share the MCP vision for a differentiated blended classroom, and how it can support all learne…

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Shaking Up Music Consumption with the Cinema 25:19

4M ago25:19

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We talk with Evan Saxon, Former President and Head of International Distribution at Abramorama, about his strategies for leveraging cinema to amplify artists' reach and revenue. He shares insights from his work with Pearl Jam, Melanie Martinez, and Duran Duran, explaining how cinema can serve as a communal marketing partner to boost engagement and …

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"Flexibility Meets Opportunity" - Episode 2 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 44:42

4M ago44:42

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 2 – Flexibility Meets Opportunity March 2025 Welcome to episode two of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel – your backstage pass to the world of recruitment! In this episode, we dive into the world of flexible recruitment with Responsive Personnel, exploring how businesses ca…

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369: Highlight Real-World Connections for Any Book with this Easy Activity 5:08

4M ago5:08

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It all started with 1984, as so many things do. I wanted students to see how the ideas in the book were splashed across the world around them - yes, in their magazines and ads, but also in the current events they saw on the news and the news sites covering them. So I asked them to create collages, connecting 1984 to their lives. As we put the colla…

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From Vinyl Revivals to Glocalization: An Economic Perspective with Will Page 38:43

4M ago38:43

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Will Page, author of Pivot and former chief economist at Spotify, talks about the dramatic increase in the global value of music – up to $45.5 billion, surpassing cinema. We discuss the rise of music exports from countries like Mexico and Columbia and the accompanying economic boost. We touch on the resurgence of vinyl, and the shift to CRM systems…

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368: The Glue: One Thing You Need in Every ELA Unit 4:46

5M ago4:46

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You’ve probably heard me talk about my first poetry slam. The project that became my go-to vehicle for teaching poetry every year that followed. The book I was handed - 6 American Poets - was chock full of great poetry. Dickinson, Whitman, Hughes… but I knew that I, like every paper worth reading, would need a solid hook. That’s how I ended up stay…

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Exploring Music Streaming's Future with Tuned Global 25:31

5M ago25:31

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Today Dmitri speaks with Con Raso of Tuned Global, about the evolving landscape of music streaming. They talk about profitability and innovation opportunities, and Con shares thoughts on making music more social, advancing curation and discovery through AI, and the role of personalization in listening experiences. Social Radio Punchline Connect The…

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Episode 1 – Series Kick-off: Meet Responsive Personnel 57:34

5M ago57:34

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Summary: Get an inside look at Responsive Personnel in this debut episode of Recruitment Unplugged! Hosted by Chris Dawes, we meet Danny Kimber (the boss man!), Hazel, and Dominic. Discover their unique approach to recruitment, focusing on personal touch, client relationships, and candidate care. Learn about their journey, company culture, and futu…

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367: Gamify ELA Review with a Colorful Memory Game 8:04

5M ago8:04

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I can still remember the faded, chipped blue print of my childhood game of Memory. The thick cardboard squares we flipped in search of pairs, thrilled when we found a match, frustrated when we accidentally revealed a match to our opponent. I’ve played a million games now as a parent too, watching my children’s eyes light up when they rack up more m…

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Clara Venice Wants You To Make Music Too 36:37

5M ago36:37

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Today, we talk with theremin virtuoso Clara Venice who discusses her musical and visual aesthetic, her journey within the music industry, and her mission to make music technology more colorful, inclusive, and above all – more pink! Dmitri and Tristra also cover the latest industry news, including Spotify's new music pro service and (even more) rese…

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366: ELA Electives with a Twist: Outside-the-Box Ideas to Inspire You 18:37

5M ago18:37

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Teaching an ELA elective that you've dreamed up yourself is such a joy. Today I want to stir up some ideas together for the next time you've got the chance to put your own spin on an older course or propose a new course altogether. So let's start with a few questions: Would you rather take a course called "Theater" or "Contemporary Theater: The Tri…

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Creativity in a Post AI World 51:33

5M ago51:33

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Dmitri is joined by Cathy Hackl, leading tech futurist, to discuss oh so many topics. Including: spatial computing, immersive web, AI's impact on human cognition, the ongoing development of augmented reality, the importance of creativity in the age of AI, and of course, the lunar food science industry. This week's Startup Session is Ever.FM, who is…

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